CompTIA Security+ Certification SY0-601: The Total Course - Social Engineering

The video tutorial explains social engineering, a deceptive tactic used by malicious actors to obtain sensitive information. It covers concepts like pretexting, hoaxes, and online threats, emphasizing the importance of recognizing believable stories. The tutorial also discusses various social engineering techniques, including phishing, extortion, and physical methods like dumpster diving. It highlights the role of trust and authority in these attacks. The video concludes with a look at Kevin Mitnick's contributions to security testing and the significance of assessing a company's vulnerability to social engineering.

What role does blackmail and extortion play in social engineering tactics?

How can trust and familiarity contribute to the success of social engineering attacks?

Discuss the importance of testing for social engineering vulnerabilities in a company's security assessment.